Starfield PC Release Demands Unexpected System Specs

To play Starfield on PC, players must have a solid-state drive, which is emphasized in the game's required specs. RPG enthusiasts have much to anticipate in 2023, including Bethesda's highly awaited sci-fi action title, which is one of the most anticipated role-playing games in the pipeline. The Xbox Games Showcase and Starfield Direct gave fans a sneak peek at upcoming releases, with Bethesda unveiling new game details such as the post-launch DLC expansion, skill tree, and ship customization mechanic.

The hardware requirements for Starfield have been revealed, and while it is an Xbox exclusive title, PC users will also be able to play it. The spec list shows that players won't need anything too extraordinary, except for an SSD which is required, suggesting that the game won't run on an HDD. A report from DSO Gaming indicates that a "normal" SATA SSD should suffice, and most PC users likely already have a solid-state drive. This requirement may indicate the direction that modern AAA gaming is heading towards in 2023. In addition, Starfield will be available on Xbox Game Pass from day one, which is already popular among Xbox and PC users, and Bethesda's upcoming release is likely to attract new or returning subscribers.

Many fans of The Elder Scrolls franchise are eagerly waiting for updates on the development and release of The Elder Scrolls 6. However, Bethesda has been relatively quiet about the game's progress since its E3 teaser in 2018. With the upcoming release of Starfield, it is hoped that more information will be shared with the public regarding the highly anticipated follow-up to Skyrim.

Starfield Full PC Requirements

System Requirements:

To ensure optimal performance, your system should meet the following minimum requirements:

- Operating System: Windows 10 version 22H2 (10.0.19045)

- Processor: AMD Ryzen 5 2600X or Intel Core i7-6800K

- Memory: 16 GB RAM

- Graphics: AMD Radeon RX 5700 or NVIDIA GeForce 1070 Ti

- DirectX: Version 12

- Network: Broadband Internet connection

- Storage: 125 GB available space

- Additional Notes: An SSD is required for this game.

Fragment 5: "Additional Notes: SSD Required"

A Solid State Drive (SSD) is required for optimal performance and to ensure smooth gameplay. It is recommended to have at least 125 GB of available space on the SSD to accommodate the game files and any potential updates.

Starfield releases on September 6 for PC and Xbox Series X/S.

Source: DSO Gaming, Steam